the people vs muhammad psychological analysis filetype:pdf

To develop interventions that are effective in increasing uptake, it is crucial to study the factors that may influence the decision to test. The growing availability of ART reinforces the need to scale up testing interventions. The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that less than half of those infected with HIV have been diagnosed. However, many people living with HIV are unaware of their status. Early diagnosis and access to treatment is associated with a reduced likelihood of onward transmission, better response to antiretroviral treatment (ART), and reduced mortality and morbidity. HIV testing is a prerequisite for receiving HIV treatment and care among those who are HIV-positive. Research and practice implications are outlined. Other variables with a majority of studies showing a relationship with HIV testing included: perceived testing benefits, testing fear, perceived behavioural control/self-efficacy, knowledge of testing sites, prejudiced attitudes towards people living with HIV, and knowing someone with HIV. Meta-analysis was carried out on the relationships between HIV knowledge and testing, and HIV risk perception and testing. HIV knowledge, risk perception and stigma were the most commonly measured psychological variables. Sixty two studies were included (fifty six cross sectional). This article presents a systematic review of quantitative studies on relationships between psychological (cognitive and affective) variables and HIV testing. Deciding to test for HIV is necessary for receiving HIV treatment and care among those who are HIV-positive.

The people vs muhammad psychological analysis filetype:pdf